At Lake Nacimiento, the water level is 22 percent of what it usually is this time of year. But with spring break upon us, the popular recreation spot is expecting to become more crowded in the coming weekends.

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Visitors can still enjoy many water activities like fishing and boating, but regular visitor Nicholas Verbryke said you just have to take a little more care.

"I try not to run aground or anything. It's kind of shallow out here and I don’t want to tear up the boats." Verbryke said.

But with continuing dry conditions, there is some concern for the busy summer season, which kicks off around May. At that time, campgrounds are usually full and the waterways are more crowded, which could be hazardous with less water.

"Its going to be a lot more dangerous with more people out here vying for smaller lake space," said Verbryke.

Nearby at Lake San Antonio, the drought situation is worse. The water level remains at 5 percent and many parts of the lake bed have completely dried up. Despite the lack of water, the campgrounds remain open for business.